Our Planet: Frozen Worlds
Across
- 2. The process where snow builds up and compresses into ice over long periods.
- 4. The layer of permanently frozen ground in the Arctic.
- 6. A key adaptation of many polar animals for staying warm.
- 8. A powerful predator of seals in the Antarctic.
- 12. The opposite of melting.
- 13. A vast, thick sheet of ice that covers a large land area.
- 15. The movement of animals from one region to another, often in search of food or warmer temperatures.
- 16. The primary color of the thick fur of an Arctic fox in winter.
- 18. Large pieces of ice that break off from glaciers and float in the ocean.
- 19. The scientific study of ice and glaciers.
Down
- 1. A period of inactivity some animals enter to conserve energy during harsh winters.
- 3. A group of related animals, like reindeer or caribou, that often migrate in large numbers.
- 5. The type of biome characterized by low temperatures and limited vegetation.
- 7. Structures built by some animals, like emperor penguins, to protect their eggs from the cold.
- 9. The landmass at the northernmost part of the Earth.
- 10. A type of evergreen tree that can withstand cold climates.
- 11. The gradual increase in Earth's average temperature, impacting frozen regions.
- 14. A flightless bird uniquely adapted to the icy conditions of Antarctica.
- 17. Small, shrimp-like creatures abundant in polar waters and a vital food source.
- 20. A seabird known for its ability to "fly" underwater in cold oceans.